Dr. Yamuna Kaluarachchi

Biography

Yamuna Kaluarachchi is an Associate Professor at the Manchester School of Architecture with extensive experience in academia and collaboration in research projects. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Built Environment with First Class Honours, a Master of Science in Architecture from the University of Moratuwa in Sri Lanka, a Master of Science in Building Design in Developing Countries from University College London, and a PhD in Architecture from the University of Cambridge. Yamuna has held various positions including Reader at Kingston University and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Greenwich where she received the Early Career Research Excellence Award. Her research focuses on Smart Green Cities, Resilience in Urban Environments, Biomimicry, and Nature-Based Solutions. She is actively involved in mentoring PhD students and leading collaborative international research projects, particularly in the Global South. Her notable research contributions have impacted social housing policies in the UK, focusing on sustainability and innovation. She has received numerous accolades for her research, including awards from the EPSRC and recognition in major publications like the Wall Street Journal. Yamuna also serves as an external examiner for PhDs and is a member of various international research networks.

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